East Kilbride residents hit with further lockdown restrictions after First Minister's warning

link.“I think it’s clear there has to be much more support for the pub trade who are trying to do the right thing, but will lose out on income and could go to the wall.”SNP councillor, Hugh MacDonald, said it was “necessary to take proportionate action to protect people’s health, whilst minimising the impact on business”.He added: “I believe the measures taken are appropriate, particularly with the increase in prevalence of this terrible virus.“But I fear for the hospitality industry and small

in Bolton.  It comes following reports of anti-social behaviour at Leverhulme Park. Police say they had already received a formal warning but continued to flout the rules.  A spokesman for GMP Bolton North said: “A parent has been issued with a Fixed Penalty Notice by the Breightmet Neighbourhood Team after their children failed to follow COVID-19 restrictions, despite being formally warned previously.

link.A mixture of luxury gated estates, slightly less extravagant housing, beautiful green space and a high street that just oozes a real sense of community.With outdoor seating at the cafes and bars to the local church, hotel, pubs and shops all in the one small area.

East Kilbride gym owners have raised more than £11,000 for charity in a 24-hour-event.

East Kilbride street were awoken by an early morning police chase which saw a man restrained by officers.

East Kilbride mum has slammed St Andrew’s and St Bride’s High School for ‘failing’ to address coronavirus concerns correctly.

East Kilbride to play their part and be flu smart this winter.

link.Now one school is taking extraordinary measures to ensure their pupils are following social distancing rules.On Monday, a teacher from St Andrew’s and St Bride’s High started following kids into East Kilbride Village at lunchtime to try to enforce separation.

East Kilbride street after an alleged stabbing this morning (Friday). A man and a woman have been rushed to hospital following the incident, which the News understands involved a knife.

coronavirus cases continue to rise, according to a new poll. A study carried out by  YouGov  spoke to 2,690 people across the UK about a possible return to restrictions seen over March, April and May.

East Kilbride schoolboy will live on when his mum once again saddles-up for charity.

East Kilbride region have tested positive for coronavirus. However, the News understands the number is higher, with one source telling us of a primary pupil at a school in the town testing positive.That has raised concerns about the speed at which COVID-19 is spreading through schools across the area.

Bolton Wanderers tasted defeat at the hands of Forest Green Rovers, while another team among the favourites for the title according to the bookmakers, Salford City, drew 2-2 with Exeter City. Even though we have only seen each team play once, those at FiveThirtyEight have gone and predicted the final League Two table.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.An East Kilbride music and singing teacher is helping highlight the plight of millions left without meaningful financial support from the government throughout the COVID pandemic.Kate Cameron, 29, is a member of the ExcludedUK community – a non-profit organisation set up to represent the estimated three million people left without financial help.She is part of a powerful four minute video of over 100 people

East Kilbride.The victim is not thought to have serious injuries but attended Hairmyres Hospital from the bus station yesterday evening.A large police presence could be seen in the town centre with parts of the bus station cordoned off.It is understood he was attacked in the Hamilton area before getting on a First Bus service to East Kilbride where the alarm was raised.Inspector Stephen McGovern said: "Police were called to East Kilbride bus station after reports of the victim getting off a

East Kilbride Central North ward after the sad passing of Councillor Sheena Wardhaugh. Councillor Ferguson said his first year in office has seen ups and downs but he is grateful for the support he has received from fellow elected members and elsewhere.He hasn’t done it alone of course – always at his side is Yoshi the hearing dog, who has become a firm favourite at committee meetings – in return for a few treats along the way.

A rise in new coronavirus cases in Tameside has caused the borough’s infection rate to spike.Its figure is now the second-worst in Greater Manchester.In just a few weeks, Tameside’s rate has soared from 29.6 in the week ending August 22, to 72 in the seven days to September 9.Only Bolton has a higher rate in the region - 131.Bolton has been put under harsher lockdown measures by Health Secretary Matt Hancock, with restaurants and pubs ordered to operate as takeaway only.Leaders have warned that

East Kilbride man has been placed on the sex offenders’ register after child sex abuse images were found on his computer equipment. Matthew Ferrie had downloaded the disgusting material over a period of nearly four years.He appeared at Hamilton Sheriff Court on Friday and was given a three-year supervision order.Sheriff Ray Small told Ferrie, 63, that he will be on the sex offenders’ register for the same period.

East Kilbride and its town centre.